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Overview
Lisbon: Birdwatching Boat tour - in the Tagus Estuary. Come and find the migratory and resident birds of Portugal on a 2.5 hour boat tour along our vast estuary, departing from Lisbon! This Nature Reserve, is a protected area of 34,000 hectares that welcomes about 50,000 birds yearly.
Highlights
Description
Did you know that Lisbon is home to Europe's largest and most important bird and fish sanctuary? Created in 1976, the Tagus Estuary Nature Reserve is a Portuguese protected area of 34,000 hectares that welcomes about 50,000 migratory water birds such as flamingos, ducks, and more, every year. It is undoubtedly a natural site that leaves you speechless, especially for the majestic spectacle offered by these birds which you can witness it on this birdwatching boat tour on the Tagus Estuary, from Lisbon.
One of the best ways to visit the Tagus Estuary in Lisbon is by boat. The crew of SeaEO Tours will take you on a 2.5-hour birdwatching boat tour through the Tagus Estuary, to see a variety of birds such as the purple heron, the osprey, and the black-headed gull.
But the really interesting thing about this birdwatching boat tour on the Tagus Estuary, from Lisbon, is that you will be accompanied by an ornithologist who will explain all the species you will see during the boat ride as well as the migratory rhythms of these birds. To make sure you don't miss anything, the crew will provide you with binoculars that will allow you to see all the birds in great detail.
For this birdwatching boat tour on the Tagus Estuary, you'll need to arrive at the meeting point in the Doca de Santo Amaro at least 15 minutes before your excursion starts. The crew will welcome you, check you in, and help you board the boat before giving you a thorough safety and activity briefing. Then the experience will start! Don't forget to bring sunscreen, a jacket or windbreaker, depending on the weather, closed comfortable shoes, and if you want, sunglasses. If you're prone to getting seasick, don't forget to take your medication around an hour before the tour starts.
With all this in mind, book now and enjoy a different experience in the Portuguese capital with this birdwatching boat tour on the Tagus Estuary, from Lisbon. You won't regret it!
What's included
Itinerary
Embark in the Dock bellow the big red bridge (Doca de Santo Amaro in Alcantara).
Sail towards the inlets and marshes of the Tagus and feel the vastness of this rich wetland
Venture on a fast RIB on an Odyssey in search for wildlife.
Get back to Lisbon and check out our iconic squares from the river perspective.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much time does the Lisbon: Birdwatching Boat tour take?
Lisbon: Birdwatching Boat tour duration is 2 hours, 30 minutes.
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